Greg Carmon, a 2025 South Dakota Hall of Fame inductee, left a legacy defined by integrity, generosity, and dedication to community. From building a nationally recognized railcar repair operation to investing deeply in philanthropy, conservation, and workforce development, his impact continues to shape South Dakota.

In this interview, 2021 Inductee Angela Kennecke talks with Greg Carmon about the values that guided his life, the lessons learned through leadership and adversity, and why giving back has always mattered.

Watch to learn:

• How Greg’s rural upbringing shaped his leadership values
• Why integrity and treating people well are central to lasting success
• How philanthropy and conservation strengthen communities for future generations

Read more about Greg Carmon’s life and legacy: www.sdhalloffame.org/news/steadfast-dedication-to-community-with-greg-carmon

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Dr. Sophie Two Hawk, M.D., a 2025 South Dakota Hall of Fame inductee, is a physician, educator, and trailblazer whose work bridges Indigenous healing traditions and Western medicine. As the first Native American to graduate from medical school in South Dakota, her career has focused on listening, compassion, and improving health outcomes for Native American communities.

In this interview, Angela Kennecke, 2021 South Dakota Hall of Fame inductee, talks with Dr. Two Hawk about her journey, her cultural roots, and her lifelong commitment to healing.

Listen to learn:

• How a lineage of Lakota healers shaped her calling to medicine

• Why listening and cultural understanding are essential to patient care

• How collaboration and education can reduce health care disparities

Read more about Dr. Sophie Two Hawk’s life and legacy: https://sdexcellence.org/Dr._Sophie_Two_Hawk,_M.D._2025

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Mike Cartney, a 2020 South Dakota Hall of Fame Inductee, left a legacy of service, leadership, and vision. From his Air Force career to his transformational leadership at Lake Area Technical College, his work continues to empower students and communities across South Dakota.

In this interview, 2021 Inductee Angela Kennecke talks with Mike about the values that shaped his journey, his belief in servant leadership, and how education can change lives.

Listen to learn:

• How service guided Mike’s leadership philosophy
• The transformation of Lake Area Technical College under his vision
• His advice for future leaders about humility and purpose

Read more about Mike Cartney’s life and legacy: sdexcellence.org/Mike_Cartney_2020

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Chief Justice Robert A. Miller, a 2025 South Dakota Hall of Fame inductee, served fifteen years on the South Dakota Supreme Court and played a key role in modernizing the state’s judicial system. Known for his clarity, ethical standards, and commitment to public trust, his leadership shaped South Dakota’s courts for generations.

In this South Dakota Storyteller Interview, Angela Kennecke, 2021 South Dakota Hall of Fame inductee, talks with Chief Justice Miller about his career, judicial philosophy, and lasting impact on the state.

Watch to learn:

• Why clarity and independence mattered in his judicial decisions

• How he helped modernize South Dakota’s court system

• Why ethics and civic education are vital to democracy

Read more about Chief Justice Robert A. Miller’s life and legacy: https://sdexcellence.org/Chief_Justice_Robert_A._Miller_2025

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Angela Kennecke, a 2021 South Dakota Hall of Fame inductee, has built a legacy rooted in integrity, resilience, and service. From decades in broadcast journalism to founding Emily’s Hope, her work continues to educate communities and save lives.

In this interview, Shawn Martin, Manager of the South Dakota Hall of Fame Visitors and Education Center, talks with Angela Kennecke about her career, values, and how she turned personal loss into purpose.

Listen to learn:

• Why Angela says, “I didn’t want to be the person being interviewed. I wanted to do the interviewing.”

• How telling her daughter’s story became a catalyst for Emily’s Hope

• What integrity means when “no one is watching.”

Read more about Angela Kennecke’s life and legacy: https://sdexcellence.org/Angela_Kennecke_2021

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Delta David Gier, a 2020 South Dakota Hall of Fame Inductee, has spent two decades transforming the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra into a national model of innovation and inclusion. From launching the groundbreaking Lakota Music Project to championing living composers, Gier’s work builds harmony, both musical and cultural.

In this interview, Marci Burdick, a South Dakota Hall of Fame Board Director, talks with Delta David Gier, Music Director of the South Dakota Symphony Orchestra, about his vision, challenges, and the enduring power of music to unite communities.

Watch to learn:

• How the Lakota Music Project began and continues to bridge cultures
• Lessons learned from leading an orchestra through innovation
• Advice for young artists pursuing their calling

Read more about Delta David Gier’s life and legacy: sdexcellence.org/Delta_David_Gier_2020

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Johnny Brockelsby, a 2025 South Dakota Hall of Fame Inductee, has left a lasting legacy in tourism, hospitality, and community advocacy. From his early days at Reptile Gardens to his work uniting leaders across the state, Johnny’s impact continues to inspire.

In this interview, Shawn Martin, Manager of the South Dakota Hall of Fame Visitors and Education Center, talks with Johnny about his lifelong commitment to people, service, hunger relief, and Lakota advocacy.

Watch to learn:

• How Reptile Gardens shaped Johnny’s early life and career

• His role in securing dedicated tourism funding for South Dakota

• Why customer service and kindness remain the foundation of his leadership

• His passion for tribal tourism and statewide collaboration

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Jack Marsh, a 2020 South Dakota Hall of Fame Inductee, is celebrated as a Champion of the First Amendment and a leader in ethical journalism. From his years as editor of the Argus Leader to co-founding South Dakota News Watch, Marsh’s work continues to inspire new generations of journalists and citizens.

In this interview, Marci Burdick, a South Dakota Hall of Fame Board Director, talks with Jack Marsh about his career, values, and legacy of integrity, innovation, and kindness.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• How Marsh’s journalism journey led him from New York to South Dakota
• The story behind co-founding South Dakota News Watch
• His lessons on truth, civility, and community

Read more about Jack Marsh’s life and legacy: https://sdexcellence.org/Jack_Marsh_2020

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